Troubleshooting; First Steps - Adaptec 2930U User Manual

Troubleshooting

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First Steps

Troubleshooting Q & A – General
Troubleshooting Q & A – Windows 95/98 Only
Troubleshooting Q & A – Windows NT 4.0
First Steps
Most problems with the SCSI Card 2930CU result from errors in
preparing and connecting devices on the SCSI bus. If you have
problems, check these possibilities first:
Are all SCSI devices turned on?
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Are all SCSI bus cables and power cables properly connected?
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Is the SCSI Card 2930CU firmly seated and secured in the PCI
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expansion slot? (Turn off the power to the computer and
disconnect the power cord before checking the card.)
Is pin 1 orientation maintained throughout the SCSI bus?
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Does each device on the SCSI bus have a unique SCSI ID?
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Are all SCSI devices terminated properly?
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